Marked with part number K140072121, this OEM-compatible spring is intended as a direct swap for the cap retention element on the listed Zenoah small gas engines. It is an accessory component used to secure the plug cap and preserve consistent contact at the ignition terminal.
Fitting takes only a few minutes for anyone experienced with basic RC engine service: remove the cap, replace the old spring with the K140072121 item, and refit the cap checking for a firm but not over-compressed fit. Standard workshop hand tools are all that is normally required.
In regular maintenance and tuning work the spring helps prevent cap movement under vibration and throttle transitions, aiding steady ignition. Replace during routine inspections or whenever caps show play or intermittent contact.
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